Ambrose vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ambrose

Boy #744 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"immortal, divine"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Latin French Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#744
Total SSA Count
345
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Brose, Rosie, Amby

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ambrose Rank #744
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #744 for Ambrose.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ambrose ___

  • Ambrose James
  • Ambrose John
  • Ambrose Henry
  • Ambrose Gray
  • Ambrose Felix
  • Ambrose Leander

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ambrose

Cornelius Barnaby Thaddeus Imogen Octavia

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ambrose or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Ambrose at #744 in the United States.

What do Ambrose and Olivia mean?

Ambrose means "immortal, divine" (Greek origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Ambrose and Olivia boy or girl names?

Ambrose is primarily a boy name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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